BCN
Barcelona
Spain
8,373 km
5,203 miles
MSG
Matsaile
Lesotho
Distance
8,373 km
5,203 mi / 4,521 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
156°
south southeast

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BCN MSG
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Matsaile Airport
IATA Code BCN MSG
ICAO Code LEBL FXMA
City Barcelona Matsaile
Country Spain Lesotho
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Maseru
Elevation 12 ft 6,200 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -29.840000, 28.780000

Barcelona (BCN) to Matsaile (MSG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Matsaile Airport (MSG) in Matsaile, Lesotho is 8,373 kilometers (5,203 miles / 4,521 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Lesotho. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in Barcelona, it's 18:30 in Matsaile.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,188 feet between the two airports. Matsaile Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Matsaile (MSG) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Barcelona International Airport (BCN) and Matsaile Airport (MSG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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